PACS6914 - Conflict-Resolving Media

Semester 1b, 2013  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Jake Lynch
Phone: +61 2 9351 5440
Email: jake.lynch@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit examines media representations of conflict and their influence on the behaviour of those involved. It introduces creative ways for jounalists, media development workers and media activists to apply principles of conflict resolution. Students diagnose 'war journalism' and 'peace journalism', and analyse conflict in a journalism context. Theories of news and concepts of objectivity and responsibility are critically explored. Students gain practical skills in peace journalism and media activism as well as devising media interventions in conflict-affected areas.

Assessments

2x2500wd commnetaries (2x40%), class participation (20%)

Classes

1x2-hr seminar/week

Prohibitions

SCWK6935

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